May weather forecast
Rochester, WI

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Rochester, Wisconsin, with an average temperature ranging between min 48.7°F (9.3°C) and max 64.8°F (18.2°C).

Temperature

In Rochester, the average high-temperature in May rises, from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) in April, to a refreshing 64.8°F (18.2°C). During the month of May, Rochester's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Humidity

In Rochester, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Rochester, in May, it is raining for 19.2 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rochester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.7 days and collects up to 29.88" (759mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Rochester aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Rochester, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.1 days and aggregates up to 20.04" (509mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:24 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Rochester, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

Rochester in May has an average high-temperature of 64.8°F (18.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May in Rochester is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Rochester, in May, it is raining for 19.2 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Rochester aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rochester have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:24 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Rochester, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Rochester, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Rochester, WI

Average temperature in May - Rochester, WI
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Rochester, WI

Average pressure in May - Rochester, WI
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Rochester, WI

Average wind speed in May - Rochester, WI
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Rochester, WI

Average humidity in May - Rochester, WI
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, October and November (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Rochester, WI

Average rainfall in May - Rochester, WI
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.54").

Average rainfall days in May
Rochester, WI

Average rainfall days in May - Rochester, WI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Rochester, WI

Average snowfall in May - Rochester, WI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Rochester, WI

Average snowfall days in May - Rochester, WI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Rochester, WI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Rochester, WI
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Rochester, WI

Average sunshine days in May - Rochester, WI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9 days).

Average UV index in May
Rochester, WI

Average UV index in May - Rochester, WI
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Rochester, WI

Average cloud cover in May - Rochester, WI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Rochester, WI

Average visibility in May - Rochester, WI
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).

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